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Sign upFebruary 1, 2024
LOUIS DREYFUS ARMATEURS (LDA)
Saint-Nazaire
bound4blue has successfully installed three 22-meter-high eSAILs® on the Ville de Bordeaux, a ro-ro vessel owned by Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA). This milestone marks the first-ever fixed suction sail installation on a ro-ro ship with a top-tier European shipowner. The installation, completed in under two days in Vigo, Spain, contributes to Airbus’ objective of halving its CO2 emissions from maritime logistics by 2030 through the transportation of the group’s aircraft parts. This project highlights the potential of wind-assisted propulsion for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. bound4blue also has agreements for further installations, including on the MV Atlantic Orchard, Odfjell’s chemical tanker, and Eastern Pacific Shipping Pacific Sentinel. These installations demonstrate the growing adoption of eSAILs® to reduce fuel consumption and emissions across various vessel types.
This wind-powered system delivers up to 560 tonnes of fuel savings and 1,800 tonnes of CO₂ reduction annually per ship, supporting compliance with IMO efficiency standards and reducing exposure to EU emissions regulations. Designed for quick installation and low operational complexity, it offers fast, cost-effective deployment. Verified by Bureau Veritas, the system ensures credible performance with a minimal ecological footprint, relying solely on wind energy and aerodynamic design.
The Ville de Bordeaux installation takes us one step closer to that goal. The sails look fantastic, and we look forward to seeing them in action. Along with our client Airbus we’re proud to be among the first movers in this space.
Mathieu Muzeau, Transport & Logistic General Manager at LDA
eSAIL® is an innovative Wind-Assisted Propulsion System (WAPS) that uses active boundary layer control through suction to harness wind energy, providing a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional propulsion. It generates 6-7 times more lift than conventional sails, with low power consumption and no mechanical complexity, ensuring easy and reliable operation. Its compact design maximizes aerodynamic efficiency while minimizing impact on ship stability, deck space, and visibility. eSAIL® significantly reduces fuel consumption, lowers emissions, and helps ships meet environmental regulations like the EEXI and CII, ultimately leading to cost savings in both operational and capital expenditures. This technology is a game-changer for the maritime industry, combining environmental benefits with economic savings.
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